1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser vs. 1997 Volvo S70
To start off, 1997 Volvo S70 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (169 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Volvo S70. (162 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1997 Volvo S70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 640 kg more than 1997 Volvo S70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Volvo S70, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Volvo S70. (221 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Volvo S70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | 1997 Volvo S70 | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Volvo |
| Model | Custom Cruiser | S70 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2435 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2015 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2670 mm |
